Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $121,700.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
flexible spending accounts
health savings accounts
Retirement Savings Plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Cushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm that provides comprehensive solutions to meet the diverse needs of clients worldwide. With a robust portfolio encompassing property management, leasing, capital markets, and project management, the company serves a broad spectrum of industries and clientele, including commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. Known for its commitment to innovation, excellence, and client satisfaction, Cushman & Wakefield leverages its extensive market insights and technological capabilities to deliver tailored strategies that maximize value and optimize real estate investments.
The Food & Beverage Sr. Program Lead (Procurement) role at Cushman & Wakefield represen... Show More
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred
- 10+ years of experience in food and beverage industry and operations
- Professional certifications in related fields preferred
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to develop and deliver training programs
- Knowledge of safety regulations related to food and beverage operations
- Experience with contract negotiation and supplier management
- Ability to analyze data and implement continuous improvement techniques
Job Qualifications
- 10+ years of food and beverage industry and operational experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred
- Professional certifications such as Certified Custodial Technician (CCT) or Green Masters Certification preferred
- Deep knowledge of food and beverage practices
- Effective training and instructional skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
- Strong organization and time management abilities
- Understanding of food and beverage safety regulations and procedures
- Capacity for innovative strategy development and creative problem solving
- Contract negotiation and management skills
Job Duties
- Create a working environment that encourages high performance and innovation
- Become a trusted advisor and subject matter expert within the food and beverage category
- Provide flexibility, adaptability, and conflict resolution to enable procurement and client account goals
- Promote compliance with Cushman & Wakefield's code of conduct and DRIVE Values
- Navigate a matrixed organization with diverse stakeholders across business lines and functions
- Establish category plans and strategy to ensure the right solution for business lines
- Collaborate with procurement business partners and leadership to align category management vision
- Drive EBITDA growth through preferred suppliers
- Analyze food and beverage programs for improvement and cost reduction
- Utilize demand planning to maximize value from supplier agreements
- Monitor preferred supplier utilization and performance
- Develop and use data analytics for client third party spend analysis
- Ensure effective commercial arrangements
- Serve as point of contact for food and beverage service inquiries
- Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs on best practices and safety
- Communicate supplier metrics and encourage supplier network adoption
- Build and maintain strong relationships with business units and category management
- Drive results by timely achievement of goals
- Develop and deliver impactful communications
- Introduce innovative ideas and approaches for category strategies
- Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, finance, operations, HR, and project management
- Utilize continuous improvement and change management techniques to enhance programs
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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